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joint custody

American

noun

Law.

custody, as of a child whose parents are separated, in which two or more people share responsibility.

Etymology

Origin of joint custody

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

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The couple share joint custody of their children, though the split sent whirlwinds of tabloid drama their way.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2024

Though April and Hunter’s father had joint custody of Hunter, the boy spent most of his time at his mom’s house.

From Slate • Oct. 15, 2024

The former couple wanted to end their public feud and “look forwards,” also in regard to “their joint custody of their child,” Lüders said.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 7, 2024

The pair were engaged in a custody battle that resulted in Pitt being awarded joint custody in 2021.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2024

"How can you enforce joint custody when there's no infrastructure to do so?"

From BBC • May 17, 2024

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